Feather Falls Sedge
Carex oshimensis 'Feather Falls'
SKU
42843
Versatile and vigorous, with finely textured, variegated evergreen foliage and remarkable durability, thriving in shade yet tolerating full sun without burning. Long, narrow leaves arch up from the crown and weep gracefully to form a well-behaved clump. Delicate, feathery plumes emerge in spring. An ideal container or landscape accent. Stunning en masse.
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Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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Botanical Pronunciation | KAH-reks oh-shih-MEN-sis |
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Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide. |
Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
Flower Color | White |
Foliage Color | Variegated |
Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic |
Growth Habit | Mounding, Rounded |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden, Woodland Garden, Edging, Ground Cover |
Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
Special Feature | Clump Forming, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Naturalizes Well, Tolerates Wet Soils, Year-round Interest |
Water Needs | Moderate |
Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Provide well-drained, moist soil. Best with some shade in hottest summer areas. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Old, faded foliage may be gently raked to remove. Prune very lightly just before new growth emerges in spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9

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